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The University of Canterbury placement rate stands at 95%, this means out every 100 students, 95 students secured employment. The average salary of University of Canterbury graduate ranges from NZD 50,001 - NZD 60,000 (INR 24.46 L - INR 29.37 L) annually. UC teaching quality score reported by student is 91%.

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University of Canterbury placement rate is 95%
Average graduate salary is ranges from NZD 50,001 - NZD 60,000 (INR 24.46 L - INR 29.37 L) annually
Graduates work in top companies such as EY, GHD, AECOM, Aurecon, etc.
91% student-reported teaching quality score
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  • University of Canterbury Placement Overview
  • University of Canterbury Average packages & top recruiters 2026
  • University of Canterbury Student Reviews

University of Canterbury Placement Overview

University of Canterbury is renowned for offering the highest placement rate in the New Zealand. University of Canterbury placement rate stands at is 95%, this means that out of every 100 students, 95 students get employed. UC placement rate attracts international students the most. The average salary of University of Canterbury graduates ranges from ranges from NZD 50,001 - NZD 60,000 (INR 24.46 L - INR 29.37 L) annually. UC graduate are consistently in high demand worldwide. According to the student reviews on Shiksha, University of Canterbury graduates can earn from NZD 70,000 - 80,000 (INR 34.27 L - INR 39.16 L) annually. Furthermore, the graduates work in top sectors that are listed below:

  • Business Development
  • Operations
  • Engineering
  • Education
  • Information Technology
  • Research
  • Sales
  • Community and Social Services
  • Finance
  • Media and Communication
  • Program and Project Management
  • Consulting
  • Human Resources
  • Marketing
  • Entrepreneurship

For the academic programs, the University of Canterbury offers over 120 qualifications in more than 150 subject areas for its international students. The university degree programs are one of the main attraction for international students. According to University of Canterbury reviews posted by students on Shiksha, the college has been rated 4.7 stars for the quality of its faculty. The students rated the University of Canterbury for placement is as follows:

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Ratings (Out of 5)

Internships

3.7

Part Time Work

3.9

Post Study Jobs

3.5

Conversion used: NZD 1 = INR 48.95

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4.3/5
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  • 80% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
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Academically oriented
Fun loving
Multi-dimensional
Internships4
Part time work4.1
Post study jobs3.6
Quality of faculty4.6
Student Life4.6
Value for money4.1
Public transportation4.4
Safety5
Indian Food4.2
Permanent Immigration4.2
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Master of Business - Batch of 2024
4.6
Amazing university, vibrant campus and a fun student life.
Tips: When considering this university, students should be aware of the structure for studying here. Some students I know came here and forgot they came for the primary purpose of studying, and now concentrate on part-time work instead. Instead of focusing on part-time jobs, you should concentrate on your studies. In addition to that, students should also be outgoing and not just stay home, even if they have recordings of classes. This will help students maintain contact with their professors and their subject material. There are many restaurants here, with cuisine options from Arabian to Indian. Personally, I prefer to cook, as it's cheaper, but I can't be sure of the general pricing, as each restaurant will have different prices. I'd say it will roughly be 20 dollars per meal. There aren't many post-study jobs here. It's difficult for freshers, mostly for graduates. I don't have a list of job roles or salary packages, but I can say that the roles vary from person to person. Some people might get a graduate role, while others might get an experienced role.
Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 475
Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryNZD 6000
Reviewed on 20 May 2025Read more
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Master of Architectural Engineering - Batch of 2024
3.4
University of Canterbury provides many on campus events for students.
Tips: It is hard to get a job in my field because there are not a lot of job opportunities available. Also, there are students from different countries, so there will be some culture shock. There are no scholarships available for my course. The people are kind and welcoming, especially if you respect their culture. The elderly are friendly and open to having warm conversations. Christchurch is a quiet and peaceful place, and the people enjoy that kind of life. I feel safe on and off campus, and most of the campus is open to students so they can study whenever they want. Overall, I am satisfied with the campus, the country, and the university.
Dislikes (Internships): Unfortunately, internships are not part of the curriculum here like they are in India. This makes it challenging to gain hands-on experience, especially since most employers require knowledge of New Zealand laws and standards. In India, internships are available at any firm, but here most internships are through agencies and students have to pay for them.
Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 2500
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryNZD 70000
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2025Read more
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BE (Hons) in Mechatronics Engineering - Batch of 2025
3.8
A challenging but fulfilling and rewarding experience.
Tips: It is very important to understand that moving to a new country can be very challenging and overwhelming. The way life works and the processes are different to what you are used to. I think it was really important for me to try and learn the way people live their lives here since you can't change their way of living, so you need to be open to adapting. However, you should never feel like you are alone. Especially if you are moving to Christchurch for University, there is a whole network of people that you can get in contact with, and there are many different clubs to join. Therefore, you mustn't be scared to go out and meet new people. Embrace the new challenges. For me, joining clubs and/or sports teams is the best way to meet new, like-minded people. Furthermore, in terms of scholarships and funding, I managed to get an international student scholarship that allowed me to live in the halls in my first year for free. There are many scholarships that you can apply for, however, you need to make sure that the scholarship applies to international students. In terms of funding, I was fortunate enough that my parents were able to give me a weekly allowance that enabled me to live my day-to-day life. However, since I am studying engineering and playing cricket, I was also able to find jobs that allowed me to make money over the summertime. As long as you work within your visa restrictions, there is a lot of opportunity to find jobs etc. The university experience has been really amazing and I have been able to learn really cool things, both within the university and through daily life. While my course is very challenging, I have learnt some amazing things and could not be more grateful to be learning high-quality, practical knowledge that can be applied in the real world. New Zealand in general is a beautiful place with amazing people and beautiful views, you cannot say too much bad about this country.
Likes (Safety): Christchurch and New Zealand in general is a very safe city and country. The people are very nice and helpful. Although there are crimes like stealing from cars, as I have experienced, it is very easy to navigate through life and I have rarely had trouble trying to fit in within the community. Especially when joining the university, I felt that everyone was extremely supportive and always looking to make new friends. Therefore, the overall UC community is amazing.
Dislikes (Value for money): New Zealand in general is an expensive place to live. And, with international student feels, it makes it extremely expensive. While I have been fortunate enough that my parents can support me through my undergraduate study, a lot of students would not have the same luxury. It seems quite unjustifiable that as an international student, you pay more than 5x the price for the same courses and resources that a local student would get. I had already been in New Zealand for 2 years before joining the university and had a good network of friends already. Therefore, I did not need support as an international student as I am sure international students need.
Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 2200
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryNZD
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024Read more
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Master of Business Information Systems - Batch of 2025
4.8
Practically oriented in every perspective.
Tips: The enrollment process at the University of Canterbury was easy. For the initial days, it was obvious I felt cultural differences but after getting used to it, it felt like a home away from home. I was awarded a Dean's Award scholarship. I had a good academic score in my Bachelor and previous work experience helped in get the scholarship which was around 5000 NZD. I am fully satisfied with my university, course and the country - New Zealand.
Likes (Public transportation): The public transportation in Christchurch is excellent. It is well connected to the campus, and even towns 40-50 km from Christchurch are connected with good frequency of timings. The bus is the primary mode of transportation, and fares are subsidized for students at a rate of 1 NZD.
Dislikes (Part time work): There are some jobs on campus like Tutor, Research Assistant, and part-time in some cafes around the campus. Talking about Off-campus jobs there are plenty of them but you must have relevant work experience to easily get those. Academics are easily manageable with the job. Most of the jobs pay the minimum wage in New Zealand which is around 23 NZD.
Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1400
Prepping time for classes17 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryNZD 82000
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2024Read more
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Master of Business - Batch of 2025
4.5
Learning with fun, and interaction with different communities and people.
Tips: Don't think! Just come to the University of Canterbury. It's the best university. The university provides everything here. All the faculty are here to guide us from scratch. The university has different departments for students to help. The university is very active in terms of hosting events and helping students.
Likes (Indian Food): Hygiene is followed. Quality of food is delivered. Here maximum options are non-vegetarian, but I am a vegetarian. So, I don't eat much from the outside restaurants. I am an Indian and close to my accommodation. There is an Indian restaurant where I go to and enjoy my meal fortnightly. The price is not expensive because if one is earning then he/she can afford eating outside. I prefer to cook by myself and enjoy my meal.
Dislikes (Value for money): It's expensive as compared to other universities. But the fees is justified as we can see that the course offers 180 credits towards our degree, which is good. The professors are very supportive. They are always there to help and encourage us to do good. My overall experience has been the best here.
Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1000
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryNZD 70000
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2024Read more
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Master of Applied Data Science - Batch of 2019
4.2
Great university and great exposure to learn and grow.
Tips: I was concerned about the transition from India to New Zealand, but it wasn't that tough. The university and students made me feel very welcome and helped me get into the system. I applied for a scholarship and secured it, which was very helpful. Students should firmly keep an eye on scholarships as they would be reflected in the mark sheet and would be helpful in future job placements.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): I got permanent residency in New Zealand after completing my course and getting a job there. I love the culture and the country. It is peaceful and accepting. If you have the opportunity to settle in New Zealand, you should definitely try it.
Dislikes (Public transportation): I gave public transportation a low rating because bus service can be quite limited, especially late at night and on weekends. However, bus fares are very reasonable, and using a combination of public transportation and bicycles can make travel time faster.
Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 3500
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryNZD 80000
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2024Read more
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